Scenic Train Journeys & Slow Travel Routes

Sri Lanka’s highland rail routes rank among the world’s most beautiful train journeys, winding through emerald tea estates, mist-filled valleys and viaducts that vanish between walls of cloud. The Kandy to Ella line passes through a continuously changing panorama best appreciated from an open carriage door, with no hurry to arrive. We help guests choose the right class, the best departure times for light and views, and the key photography moments along the way, turning a transfer into a highlight of the journey.